Spandril
Part of speech: noun
Definition:
Spandrel
Part of speech: noun
Definition: The space (often triangular) between the outer curve of an arch (the extrados) and a straight-sided figure that bounds it; the space between two contiguous arches and a straight feature above themThe triangular space under a stair; the material that fills the spaceA horizontal member between the windows of each storey of a tall buildingAn oriental rug having a pattern of arches; the design in the corners of such a rug, especially in a prayer rugA phenotypic characteristic that evolved as a side effect of a true adaptation